Earth's Weather and Climate Quiz
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What is the prime mover of weather according to the text?

  • The unequal heating and cooling of Earth by the Earth’s interior (correct)
  • The distribution of solar radiation caused by the Earth's tilt
  • The gravitational pull of the moon on Earth's atmosphere
  • The rotation of the Earth on its axis
  • What causes unequal distribution of solar radiation as per the text?

  • The gravitational pull of other planets in the solar system
  • The varying thickness of the Earth's atmosphere
  • The elliptical orbit of the Earth around the sun
  • The tilting of the Earth’s axis (correct)
  • What role does the Earth's interior play in weather patterns based on the text?

  • It causes unequal heating and cooling of the Earth (correct)
  • It influences the Earth's magnetic field which affects weather
  • It has no significant impact on weather
  • It directly controls the movement of air masses
  • What causes unequal distribution of solar radiation on Earth?

    <p>Tilting of the Earth's axis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does the tilting of the Earth's axis have on solar radiation distribution?

    <p>It causes seasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the unequal distribution of solar radiation impact climate?

    <p>It influences temperature variations</p> Signup and view all the answers

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